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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2B6173 — Pine
#2B6173 is a dark moderately saturated blue sitting at 195° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #2B6173
- f4f9fb
- d2e7ee
- afd5e2
- 8dc3d5
- 6bb1c8
- 499fbc
- 3a839c
- 2d6679
- 204957
- 142d35
- 071013
Color schemes using #2B6173
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#2B6173 FAQ
What color is #2B6173?
#2B6173 is a shade of pine in the blue family. It has a hue of 195 degrees, 46% saturation and 31% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2B6173?
#2B6173 is rgb(43, 97, 115) in RGB, hsl(195, 46%, 31%) in HSL, and cmyk(63%, 16%, 0%, 55%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2B6173?
White text on this background reaches 6.86:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.06:1.
What colors go well with #2B6173?
Its direct complement is #733D2B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #732B3D and #73612B gives you contrast without the vibration.